Temporary Stay for Other Purposes
Croatia
Last updated: December 24, 2025
One year (renewable)
$107
15-60 days
Medium
About this Visa
This is a one-year stay permit for people from outside the EU/EEA. It's for anyone who doesn't fit other visa categories but has enough money to support themselves in Croatia. Unlike work visas, you don't need a job or employer. You just need to prove you have €30-70 per day to spend (or about €460 per month), depending on your housing situation. You cannot work, but you can live here if you can prove you have money to spend. After 5 years of continuous stay, you can apply for permanent residence. After 8 years, you can get Croatian citizenship.
Key Benefits
- Legal right to live in Croatia for 1 year
- Can travel freely in all Schengen countries
- Can renew for another year (unlimited)
- Path to permanent residence after 5 years
- Path to citizenship after 8 years
- No work required (good for retirees)
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18 years old
- Must have €30-70 per day or €460 per month
- Must have valid health insurance
- No criminal record
- Cannot work (this is NOT a work visa)
- Must live in Croatia continuously (max 30 days away at once, 90 days total per year)
- Must register address within 3 days of arrival
- Open to all countries (no nationality restrictions)
Financial Requirement
You need €30-70 per day (depending on if you have a rental apartment or own property). For one year: about €10,950 total. Can be proven with bank statements, pension statements, or investment income statements. Someone else can guarantee your costs instead.
Documents
- PassportOriginal and copy
- Colored photo35x45 mm
- Bank statementsLast 3-6 months
- Proof of housingRental contract or property deed
- Health insuranceCovers €30,000+ in Schengen area
- Criminal record checkFirst application only; cannot be older than 6 months
- Letter of purposeExplain why you want to stay in Croatia
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.